Fairmont Hot Springs vs Gibson Pass Ski Area

Fairmont Hot Springs (British Columbia) and Gibson Pass Ski Area (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatFairmont Hot SpringsGibson Pass Ski Area
Vertical drop856 ft (261 m)1,411 ft (430 m)
Summit elevation4,846 ft5,869 ft
Base elevation3,990 ft4,459 ft
Lifts35
Runs2559
Beginner terrain45%34%
Intermediate terrain27%31%
Expert terrain28%35%
Night skiing--

Gibson Pass Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,411 ft vs 856 ft); Gibson Pass Ski Area has more runs (59 vs 25); Gibson Pass Ski Area skews more expert (35% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Fairmont Hot SpringsIndy Pass: 2 days
Gibson Pass Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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